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This is a combination burn from two photographs first of the mother and son and the second photo of the daughter all added to form one portrait.

This portrait has been created by burning subtle tones conveying warmth and softness, while the interplay of light and shadow adds depth and dimensions to the composition.

This piece is hand burned using biography and finished with carefully applied watercolour highlights the transparent colours enhance design adding depth vibrancy while allowing the natural wood grain and fine burn details to shine through.

This sibling portrait captures the enduring bond between brother and sister through the warm tones of the wood. delicate burn marks create depth texture and expression highlighting shared memories and affection. The translucent washes of watercolour create a harmonious balance between realism and artistic expression.

The finely burned details lend depth and character, whilst soft washes of watercolour bring a sense of life, emotion and individuality to each child.

First attempt on the cherrywood disc split unfortunately had to start again this time on a softwood disc.

Portrait of brother and sister is created by carefully burning into the soft wood with intricate details which establish depth texture and character. The rich sepia tones produced by the woodburning are complemented by delicate layers of watercolour adding softness, vibrancy, and life to the piece.

Each portrait is hand-burned and finished with carefully applied watercolour highlights which compliments the burn lines adding colour while preserving the texture and beauty of the wood resulting in a timeless artwork that beautifully captures the essence and personality of each grandchild.

This was made up of three separate photos to create a one off Portrait. Every carefully etched detail from gentle smiles to subtle gestures-celebrate the unique connection that unite siblings, transforming a simple portrait into a timeless keepsake gift.

Each hand-burned pyrography softwood disc is uniquely shaped by the organic qualities of the wood and has been finished off with white watercolour highlights to bring them to life and show depth and texture.

This portrait was created by using two different photographs to make a composite image. The pyrography burn has been finished with carefully applied watercolour highlights. The transparent colours enhance the design, adding depth and vibrancy while allowing the natural grain and fine burnt details to shine through.

Two separate photos that have been used to create a composite image to create a timeless keepsake. Delicate watercolour washes have been used to bring warmth depth and highlights to the pyrography. The transparent pigments compliment the burned lines adding colour while preserving the texture and beauty of the wood..

This pyrography portrait has been burnt onto a bamboo chopping board. The burnt etching has been highlighted with a delicate watercolour wash to bring warmth.

Working with natural woods allows each pieces a distinctive qualities, with the grain becoming an integral part of the story. Combination of wood-burning and watercolour creates harmonious balance between rustic charm and gentle elegance resulting in a meaningful keepsake that honours family connections and preserves treasured memories for generations to come..